Academy of Marine and Environmental Science

AMES

Be a part of an academy that…• Teaches you about the living

world• Allows you to incorporate your

love of nature into your school work

• Immerses you in the challenges and issues of science and technology

• Encourages your involvement and activism in today’s changing world

• Involves you in exciting activities that protect endangered species and local habitats

AMES Core Courses Include:• Marine Science 1• Marine Science 2• Environmental

Science or AP Environmental Science

• Internship

AMES Activities and Programs:• World Ocean Watch• Forest Watch• Sea Turtle Program• Clean Beaches

Campaign• SCUBA Club• Reef Restoration• Field Trips to

Everglades and Biscayne Nature Center

• Beach High Native Plant Restoration Project

• Competitions

World Ocean Watch:• Field trips to study

local habitats• Use NASA satellite

technology to monitor environmental issues

• Film, TV, and media production

• Develop strategies to address local marine and environmental issues

SCUBA Club:

• Swimming and diving certification

• Dive trips for WOW activities

• Local reef study and restoration

• Underwater filming and video production

Turtle Program:• We work directly with the

turtle permit holder for Miami Dade Parks

• Locate, monitor, and film nesting sites on Miami Beach

• Develop and maintain a data base for government agencies

• Design programs for education and awareness

Clean Beaches Campaign:• We work with the

city to promote and monitor clean beaches and waterways

• We partner with ECOMB (Environmental Coalition of Miami Beach)

How Do I Join?• Complete an application

• Available in Room 3753 or download from the school’s website

• Obtain proper signatures and see Mr. Guthrie in Room 3753

• Sign up for the correct AMES course• Marine 1 if you are a new academy

student• Marine 2 if you have taken Marine 1• Environmental Science or AP if you

have completed both Marine Science courses